Raytheon links with UAE's EAI for laser-guided rocket

摘要

An Abu Dhabi-based firm has signed a co-operative development agreement with Raytheon to develop a laser-guided rocket for military customers in the United Arab Emirates, the USA and elsewhere.The agreement with Emirates Advanced Investments (EAI) revives a technology from Raythe-on's failed bid to win the US Army's advanced precision kill weapon system (APKWS) programme. UAE officials also view the deal as an opportunity to develop expertise in developing and producing advanced weapons technology.